Over thirty years of fire protection engineering experience including the design of Fire Suppression Systems, estimating, design modifications, and construction support for Commercial and Industrial facilities, including Aircraft Hangars, Heliports, Commercial Nuclear Power Plants, Cooling Towers, Coal Conveyors, Fuel Loading & Storage Facilities, Power Transformers, Coal Gasification Plants, Computer Rooms, Government Nuclear Facility, and U.S. Military Facilities. Knowledge and experience with NFPA Codes, International Building Code, Uniform Building Code, Uniform Fire Code, and Department of Energy DOE Orders and Standards 1066-99, DOE Order 420.1B. Knowledge and experience with the following software; AutoCad, Hydracad, Autosprink (MEPCAD), and Microstation, HASS (Hydraulic Analyzer for Sprinkler System).

Professional experience

National Security Technologies/Echota Technologies

Nevada National Security Site, North Las Vegas, NV

Contract Assignment: Sr. Fire Protection Engineer April 2011 to Feb 2012

Perform design analyses and prepare detailed design of new fire suppression systems. Conduct facility evaluations and identify deficiencies of existing fire suppression systems for compliance to Company Directive, DOE-Standard 1066-99 and NFPA13 Standard, recommend corrective actions and provide necessary technical support to resolve issues. Perform hydraulic analysis utilizing HASS software and determine if current system will meet existing water supply and design criteria. Performed extensive walkdown of existing systems and document gathered information essential for performing hydraulic calculations and preparation of configuration management; and prepare design modifications as required.

National Security Technologies/Echota Technologies

Nevada National Security Site, North Las Vegas, NV

Contract Assignment: Sr. Fire Protection Engineer Feb 2010 – July 2010

Assisted in facility evaluation of the existing fire suppression systems for compliance with NFPA and DOE Orders and Standards at the Nevada Test Site. Performed design review, performed extensive walkdown of existing fire suppression systems, Identify deficiencies, and recommend corrective actions to resolve issues. Take measurements, verify and identify pertinent component data, verify temperature and pressure rating of equipments, components, and devices; prepared report and document gathered information essential for CAD design input. Performed hydraulic analyses utilizing HASS software and determined if existing system meets design criteria.

NBP Consulting / California Division of State Architect – Oakland, CA June 2009 – Jan. 2010

Fire Protection Plan Review (Contractual)

Worked as a contract plan reviewer for the Division of State Architect at the Oakland office. Duties included plan review of fire sprinkler contractors design documents and hydraulic calculations for conformance to NFPA codes and standards, IBC, UFC, and DSA design standards.

Desert Fire Protection - Las Vegas, NV April 2007 – March 2009

Senior Design Engineer

Assigned as Senior Design Engineer at Cosmopolitan Resort & Casino Project, and City Center Resort & Casino Projects. Duties included design of fire sprinkler systems utilizing Autosprink VR7 and Auto-Cad based fire sprinkler software. Interface with Architects, Owner’s representatives, and other disciplines. Prepare submittal drawings, shop drawings, and bill of material for fabrication.

Aero Automatic Sprinkler Company - Phoenix, AZ 2002 - 2007

Senior Design Engineer

Duties included design and preparation of fire sprinkler systems utilizing Auto-CAD based fire sprinkler software and AutoSprink VR7. Prepared submittal plans and shop drawings, coordinate with other trades, prepare cost change estimates and monthly billing.

TVA Fire, Security & Life Safety - San Diego, CA 2000 - 2002

Fire Protection Engineer

Duties included design and preparation of hydraulically calculated fire sprinkler systems for various facilities utilizing Auto-CAD software and HASS (Hydraulic Analyzer for Sprinkler System). Prepare submittal drawings, bid documents & specifications, and installation-ready documents. Perform contractor's design plan review, material submittal and change orders. Perform walkdown and prepare punch list for installation inadequacies and document deficiencies, code conformance and proper installation methods; acceptance testing and system completion inspections; Purchase materials.

Cardinal & Gold Fire Protection Design - Walnut, CA 1995 - 2000

Owner/Fire Protection Engineer

Designed fire suppression systems, prepared shop drawings utilizing Auto-CAD software, prepared submittal plans, and shop drawings for various fire sprinkler contractors.

Rolf Jensen & Associates – Yorba Linda, CA 1990 - 1995

Associate Consulting Engineer

Duties included the design of fire protection/life safety systems, development of conceptual designs (utilizing Auto-CAD Software) and preparation of specifications; establish design criteria, development and preparation of bid documents. Site survey and evaluation of new and existing buildings; prepare reports and documents. Review fire sprinkler shop drawings, hydraulic calculations, equipment and material submittals for conformance to NFPA standards, IBC, UBC, UFC, UL and FM standards, and specifications; installation review and acceptance testing of fire suppression systems and fire alarm systems. Review and approved change orders for clients. Prepare and submit monthly billing.

Grinnell Fire Protection Systems Co., Inc. - Fullerton, CA 1987 - 1990

Senior Design Technician

Responsibilities included managing of projects, providing design assistance to junior level designers, design fire suppression and extinguishing systems, and conduct test & start-up of newly installed systems.

J.M. Carden Sprinkler Co., Inc. - Los Angeles, CA 1984 - 1987

Senior Design Technician

Assigned as Project Designer to manage and design hydraulically calculated fire sprinkler systems for various large projects. Attended coordination meetings and interface with Architects and other disciplines. Prepare submittal drawings, installation drawings, and bill of materials.

Grinnell Fire Protection, Inc. - Santa Ana, CA 1982 - 1984

Design Technician (Special Hazards Div.)

Duties included design of special hazard type protection systems, such as aircraft hangers, chemical storage & oil storage tanks, deluge water spray system for belt conveyors, transformers, and cable trays.

United Engineers - Richland, WA 1981 - 1982

Washington Public Power Supply Systems Nuclear Project, Units 1 & 4

Associate Design Engineer

Duties included modifications and revisions of fire sprinkler piping designs; research and respond to RFI's from fire sprinkler contractor; and prepare as-builts drawings.

Cosco Fire Protection - Richland, WA 1980 - 1981

Washington Public Power Supply Systems Nuclear Project, Units 1 & 4

Design Technician

Duties included preparation of shop drawings, preparation and ordering of materials, and coordination with other trades.

Grinnell Fire Protection - Los Angeles, CA 1978 - 1980

Junior Design Technician

Designed fire sprinkler systems for commercial and industrial buildings, performed hydraulic calculations, and prepare bill of materials.

Education

Mapua Institute of Technology Manila, Philippines

• BS Mechanical Engineering

University of California, Irvine Irvine, CA

• Fire Alarm Certification, Continuing Education

• Communication Skills, Continuing Education

Professional Memberships & Certification

Society of Fire Protection Engineers (SFPE) - National Member

NICET Level II

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